Stump Grinding

Stump grinding provides an effective method of ridding a garden, plot or landscape of tree remnants in the event of a full removal.

Unfortunately, even the most skilled of arborists have to determine in certain situations that a tree needs to be removed for the safety of those living nearby and the benefit of other trees in the immediate vicinity.

Usually, a tree is felled at the lowest possible point that cutting equipment will reach. This will often leave a small section of the tree trunk in the ground. These stumps can be unsightly and can also prove to be a tripping hazard. Even worse, they may be diseased and run the risk of affecting other trees in the surrounding area.

Stump grinding allows for a full and effective removal of stumps that not only eliminates potential hazards, but also restores an existing landscape to being a place of natural beauty.

Having done this for many years, we know that our stump grinding service offers several benefits:

• Cost effective
• Clearance means that pathways, patios, fencing or walls can be built without fear of disruption
• All sizes and quantities of stumps can be removed
• Fast removal times with minimal disturbance
• Accurate removal without the fear of damaging surrounding areas
• Stumps can be removed from gardens, parks, golf courses and building sites
• Fully licensed, insured and certified service

Once a tree is cut down to a stump, the surrounding area will remain lifeless. Only fungi and shoots from the still-living root system will flourish in such environments. Stump grinding takes the remnants of a tree below ground level and this can be done when the tree is removed or at a much later stage if required.

One of the greatest benefits to stump grinding is the accuracy with which stump removal can be carried out. Specialist equipment comes in a variety of shapes and sizes and allows a stump to be removed with precision without causing any damage to surrounding trees, plants or landscaping.

The range of equipment also allows the grinding of a stump to take place deep into the ground and in areas that are difficult to access. Stump grinders can often take out stump remnants that go quite deep into the ground to guarantee a long-lasting finished job.

Once a stump is removed, compacted mulch can be placed into the remaining hole to make the area safe and to allow for a full landscaping restoration. Mulch will provide much-needed moisture and nutritional value to the surrounding area as well as preventing weed growth.
Stump grinding is becoming an increasingly popular service with environmental conservation groups. Contaminated stumps are being targeted and removed to prevent the further spread of disease to healthy trees in the surrounding area. The preservation of tourist spots and areas of natural beauty leave a lasting legacy to future generations who can also enjoy magnificent woodland in all its glory.

Stump grinding can also be carried out for a variety of other reasons. Public parks can be restored to a more natural appearance after a tree removal while golf courses or playing field areas can have stumps removed to provide a safer environment for users.
Once stumps are removed, landscaping can take place without fear of further disruption. Pathways, paving, fencing and walls can be built with the fear of land movement or underground damage.

The actual process of stump grinding provides a fast, effective remedy to tree removal problems and work can often be carried out in a single day. Inconvenience to those living nearby is kept to an absolute minimum while work is being carried out. Reclaimed land can then be put to further use once the job is complete.

Contact our office today for a free, no obligation consultation regarding your entire stump grinding requirements.